How should a sergeant handle confidential information about cadets?

• A. Share with all staff
• B. Keep confidential, share only with authorized individuals, and document access
• C. Post publicly
• D. Discuss only with cadets

Answer: (B)

Handling confidential cadet information requires safeguarding privacy and trusting the chain of command to protect sensitive data. The best approach is to treat this information as something that should be shared only with people who have a legitimate, authorized need to know, and to keep a clear record of who accessed it. This means using secure channels for any sharing, limiting copies, and storing records in a secure place so you can document when and by whom the information was accessed. By restricting access in this way, you protect cadet privacy, uphold trust, and comply with any applicable policies.

Sharing with everyone, posting publicly, or discussing only with cadets ignores those who may need to know for safety, medical, or disciplinary reasons and increases the risk of leaks and harm.